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Four New Britain City Council have formally stated their opposition to a controversial travel center…
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A Review by Sean Gallagher Located at 260 Main Street in New Britain, Mofongo offers…
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by John McNamara – NBpoliticus.com State Representative Matt Blumenthal on “No Excuse” Absentee Voting: “We Have…
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by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
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By Neil P. Connors – Batterson Park Conservancy For more than a decade, volunteers, advocates,…
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition
By the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition, The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) is raising serious concerns about Mayor Bobby Sanchez’s proposed FY27 budget, stating clearly that it reduces overall education funding while failing to meaningfully invest in libraries and community services. Despite public claims of increased support for schools, the full budget shows […]
Community Announcements
By Bike New Britain On Monday, Bike New Britain will be providing the 5th grade class at Smalley School in New Britain with a bike safety education program. Beginning on Monday, May 4th and continuing through Thursday, May 7th, members of Bike New Britain will be conducting safety education classes from 8am to 9:45am Then […]
Community Announcement by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut (BBBSCT) honored two New Britain residents during its annual Big Night celebration this Saturday, recognizing Big Sister Alex Steel as the 2026 Big of the Year and Jessica Mercado as the 2026 Parent Partner of the Year. Both were celebrated […]
Schools
As the summer days wind down and back-to-school shopping begins, familiar signs of a new school year appear. Store shelves are stocked with school supplies, shopping carts start to fill, and a growing sense of anticipation starts to creep in. Across the town of New Britain, students are preparing to return to the school halls […]
History
By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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Four New Britain City Council have formally stated their opposition to a controversial travel center and gas-diesel facility proposed on a wetlands parcel near Batterson Pond on Fienemann Road just across the town border in Farmington. In a joint statement submitted during a June 3 public hearing, the Council President, Ald Francisco Santiago (D-5), the […]
A bombshell independent investigation report released today details allegations of a sweeping, multi-year pattern of fiscal misconduct, unauthorized compensation, and potential fraud by and under the administration of former Mayor Erin Stewart (R). The report, compiled by the Crumbie Law Group, alleges that Stewart systematically bypassed city protocols to secure hundreds of thousands of taxpayer […]
“The Heavy Hitters” to Perform at Special Tuesday Summer Concert Series
“The Heavy Hitters” are to perform in a special Tuesday edition of Park’s and Recreation’s Summer Concert Series. The special performance is a reschedule of a previous date that was cancelled due to weather.
New Britain Events and Meetings, July 10th to 16th
In New Britain, from Monday, July 10, 2023 to Sunday, July 16th, events and meetings include… [MEC id=”33388″] New Britain Progressive, a publication of New Britain Independent Newspaper, Inc. is free to read and community supported. http://newbritainprogressive.com Please feel free to help the New Britain Progressive with a donation, and you are invited to purchase […]
With Summer Mutual Aid Program, Racial Justice Coalition Works to Aid People in Neighborhoods
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is working to reach out to and empower people in neighborhoods with its Summer Mutual Aid Program. The program, continuing again this Summer, is being held at Willow Street Park and Mount Pleasant. The Coalition held kick off events at the two locations, July 1st at Mount Pleasant and […]
Council to Consider Replacing Sunday Newspaper Public Hearing Notices
The New Britain City Council is set to consider a proposal to eliminate the requirement for Sunday newspaper notices of public hearings. The proposal would leave a requirement for newspaper notices, but not require that it be on Sunday. Many people are familiar with newspapers appearing in print traditionally publishing extra large Sunday editions, containing […]
Study Ranks Personal “Wellbeing” of New Britain Residents Low
A regional study about the level of “wellbeing” in Greater Hartford communities identified New Britain residents as having an especially low rate of “personal wellbeing”. New Britain was found to have a far lower Personal Wellbeing Index score in 2021 than the state as a whole or the Greater Hartford region, according to the Greater […]
2023 Festa Italiana Planned
Festa Italiana organizers are planning the 2023 celebration of Italian culture, music and cuisine at New Britain’s Festa Italiana.
CCSU Scholars for Life to Host Presentation on “Aeschylus and His Oresteia”
CCSU Scholars for Life is hosting a presentation on, “Aeschylus and His Oresteia”.
New Britain Public Library Hosting “Author Talk” with Robert Markowitz on Writing Fiction
The New Britain Public Library is hosting an “Author Talk,” event with Robert Markowitz.
New Britain Museum of American Art to Host Artist Talk with Randy Gilman – Postponed
The New Britain Museum of American Art invites people to, “Join Randy Gilman for an Artist Talk about his work on the three-dimensional models in Walter Wick: Hidden Wonders!“
New Britain Community Events, July 3rd to July 9th
Events in New Britain from Monday July 3, 2023 to Sunday, July 9th include the celebration of Independence Day. [MEC id=”33256″] New Britain Progressive, a publication of New Britain Independent Newspaper, Inc. is free to read and community supported. http://newbritainprogressive.com Please feel free to help the New Britain Progressive with a donation, and you are […]
Summer Music Series: “The Heavy Hitters” – Rescheduled to July 11th
The 2023 Summer Music Series is planned to feature “The Heavy Hitters” party band at an upcoming concert at New Britain’s historic Walnut Hill Park.
2023 New Britain 4th of July Fireworks, “Great American Boom,” Planned
New Britain’s widely attended July 4th “Great American Boom” fireworks display, celebrating Independence Day, is planned for the 2023 celebration. The 2023 Great American Boom fireworks event has been scheduled for Tuesday, July 4, 2023. The event is to feature food trucks, DJ entertainment and, of course, fireworks. The administration of Mayor Erin Stewart says […]
Attorney For Stalled East Street Project Seeks Dialogue With City
Developer Jim Sanders Says City Hall “Gag Order” Violates Property Rights By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – The Attorney for Chamberlain Square LLC and its owner, James Sanders, is requesting further discussion with city officials on the “land use and economic development merits” of a proposed mixed use development at 600 East Street and an […]
Hunger Action Team Seeking New Members
“Do you have an interest in food insecurity issues and/or have lived experience with food insecurity?” the Hunger Action Team asks.
CCSU Scholars for Life to Host Presentation on the Declaration of Independence
CCSU Scholars for Life is hosting a presentation on the Declaration of Independence.
Final Weekend of Hole in the Wall Theater Performance of “The Niceties”, June 30th and July 1st
New Britain’s Hole in the Wall Theater’s presentation of Eleanor Burgess’ “The Niceties” is having its final weekend, June 30th and July 1st.
New Britain Public Library Hosting “Ice Cream Tasting”
The New Britain Public Library is hosting ice cream tasting event. “Come sample some delicious Ice Cream from Frisbie’s Dairy barn to celebrate National Ice Cream Month!” the Library says. “While supplies last.”
Christian Torres to Perform at Art Happy Hour New Britain Museum of American Art
“Enjoy cocktails, live music, and activities on Thursday nights all summer long,” the New Britain Museum of American Art says, “with a front-row seat to the best view of Walnut Hill Park.”
“Minions: The Rise of Gru” to be Featured at Parks and Recreation ‘Flick and Float’ Pool Party July 7th
New Britain Parks and Recreation is planning one of it’s two “Flick and Float” events, featuring the popular movie, “Minions: The Rise of Gru”.
City Commission on Persons With Disabilities Hosting “Walk and Roll” Ability Awareness Day in July, Celebrating the 33rd Anniversary of the ADA
The “Walk and Roll” Ability Awareness Day hosted by the City Commission on Persons With Disabilities is planned for July 26, 2023.